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The Evan Bray Show - Dr. Eric McCalla - July 21st, 2025

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Batteries power so much of our lives, but for some people, they power something far more personal: their heartbeat. Research through the University of Saskatchewan's Canadian Light Source has found a way to boost battery life, without sacrificing safety. Dr. Eric McCalla, associate professor in McGill University’s Department of Chemistry and lead researcher of study, joins Evan to discuss how the team did it and what this could mean for the future of healthcare.
21 Jul 2025 1PM English South Africa News Commentary

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